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As a GA pilot I find that a counter-argument: the fact that these engine designs from the 60's are still in widespread use is showing how far behind GA is. Thes
by AdrianB1 6y ago
As a GA pilot I find that a counter-argument: the fact that these engine designs from the 60's are still in widespread use is showing how far behind GA is. These engines work, but they are less performant and economic than car engines of 2020, while costing a lot more (smaller market, regulations, certifications). The old, heavy, underpowered and ubiquitous Cessna 172s are the best example of what is wrong in GA.
- MaxBarraclough 6y agoI should have better explained my point. Their fuel efficiency is atrocious, their power output is pitiful given the size and mass, and they require leaded fuel, as paulryanrogers mentioned. My point wasn't that they're ahead of their time. Engine technology has of course improved in the last 60 years. My point was that they've stuck around. Of course, there are examples of long-lived software, too.